Glass Innovations

Glass was invented centuries ago, but is still a key component at the forefront of scientific discovery and technology, even today. Learn more about the ubiquity of glass in modern technology and find out how glass engineering at SCHOTT forges new frontiers for this ancient material.

Volcanic eruptions in Iceland, Hawaii, and Papua New Guinea have brought renewed attention to one of the most powerful natural phenomena on Earth. Volcanoes can transform landscapes, influence the ... read more

About 90 percent of all the data in the world was created in just the past few years. Much of that information is moved, accessed, and stored through fiber optics and glass substrates that make ... read more

When observed under an electron microscope, porous glass resembles the elegant structure of coral. Yet don’t let the material’s beauty fool you; like many kinds of glass, its true gift is its ... read more

This post is part of our “Tough as Glass” series. Fireplaces are the centerpiece of many homes, adding warmth and aesthetic appeal. Glass-sealed fireplaces offer the beauty of a natural fire while ... read more

Every day, lives depend on products that just can’t fail. Some spring into action in an emergency while others work quietly, unseen by most. We depend on airbags to deploy during a car accident. ... read more

Monuments, museums, stadiums, and other must-see landmarks pepper the American landscape, standing as reminders of U.S. ingenuity, history, and culture. And while hordes of visitors enjoy these ... read more

Glass manufacturing is as old as civilization itself, yet new techniques continue to reveal unknown applications and strengths of this material. SCHOTT has been innovating and growing the ... read more

U.S. manufacturing activity hit a five-month high in August, striking a note so positive that experts began to herald the revival of the American manufacturing industry. The U.S. is quickly ... read more